Ravens safety Ed Reed says he's not retiring

"I'll be playing next year," Reed said Thursday before Baltimore practiced in preparation for their Feb. 3 Super Bowl matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.

There had been speculation that the 34-year-old Reed might retire after this season.

Earlier this month, in announcing his intention to step down after the playoffs, star linebacker Lewis spoke of taking a "last ride."

To which Reed said Thursday: "No, it's not my last ride. I just bought a bike."

Now in his 11th season, Reed was one of only two players on the Ravens defense (along with cornerback Cary Williams) to start all 16 games.

Reed has been selected to play in nine Pro Bowls, including each one since 2006.

"There's no other man like Ed Reed," Ravens defensive end Arthur Jones said. "He's passionate and he's such a hard worker. That guy helps me out, and he's a safety. He understands the game at every position."

New Orleans ranked last in the NFL in total defense and run defense. Head coach Sean Payton, who returned to work this week after a seasonlong suspension, announced Thursday that Spagnuolo was being released. Payton also fired special teams coordinator Ken Flajole.

The Saints went 7-9 and allowed 454 points; only Tennessee gave up more. New Orleans also yielded the most yards (7,042) ever in a season.

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